Lively Ethiopian spot with generous samplers, warmly attentive service, and solid value; a few complaints about spice communication, GF injera add-on confusion, and delivery hiccups.
Awash delivers exceptional food quality anchored by authentic, flavorful Ethiopian cooking and genuinely attentive service that elevates the neighborhood dining experience. Occasional consistency variations in injera preparation and spice-level communication prevent grade A territory, though the warm, cozy setting, generous portions, and strong vegan selection make it competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants.
The room feels warm and cozy with easygoing neighborhood energy, ideal for sharing platters. Service is often genuinely attentive, with staff offering suggestions and quick check-ins. One diner summed it up: "The samplers were flavorful and more than enough to share." Cooking leans traditional rather than showy: slow-cooked wats, tibs, and a fleet of vegetable stews anchored by injera. It is comforting, spice-forward Ethiopian food where the veggie and meat combos shine, portions are hearty, and value feels fair by NYC standards. Families do well here thanks to mild alicha options, shareable platters, and friendly pacing. There is no explicit kids menu, but potatoes, split peas, and collards are approachable. Note that injera is naturally tangy and some dishes are spicy; ask for milder picks if needed.
Area vibe: Charming brownstone corridor with neighborhood foot traffic; draws families and friend groups.
Safety: Generally safe, well-lit, steady evening activity on Court St.
What's nearby: Shops, cafes, bars nearby; close to Carroll Gardens and Boerum Hill amenities.
Samplers and tibs are the safe bets, with Veggie Sampler from $19 and meat mains around $20 to $21.
Casual spot with usually short waits, tangy injera, and a possible GF injera surcharge you should confirm ahead of time.
Samplers and combos are generous and make the $35–$48 dinner range feel like fair value in Brooklyn.